Alvaboard and Recosystem Collaborate to Promote Circular Economy from Packaging Waste

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JAKARTA - The rapid growth of the logistics and e-commerce sectors in Indonesia has brought the consequence of increasing packaging waste volume. Materials such as cardboard, protective plastic, and various types of other packaging are now an integral part of distribution and consumption activities. Without an integrated management system, this waste has the potential to add to the burden of landfills (TPA) and extend the impact of environmental pollution.

In response to this challenge, ALVAboard has established a strategic partnership with Rekosistem through a campaign to deposit packaging waste, which aims to encourage more responsible material management and support the implementation of a circular economy. This collaboration is the second concrete step for the two companies in building a structured, measurable, and sustainable waste management system.

As a manufacturer of corrugated plastic-based packaging solutions for industrial needs, ALVAboard considers that the company's responsibility does not stop at the production and distribution stages. The life cycle of the material needs to be managed until the post-use phase in order to provide sustainable value.

Through this cooperation, ALVAboard packaging waste - both from the production process and distribution - can be deposited and managed through the Recosystem system. Collected materials will be sorted, recorded, and processed for recycling or reuse according to applicable management standards.

Responding to the Issue of Packaging Waste that Continues to Increase

The surge in consumption and e-commerce growth in recent years has directly impacted the increase in packaging waste volume. In fact, materials such as cardboard and plastic have economic value because they can be recycled.

The circular economy approach offers a systemic solution by changing the way we view waste. In this concept, packaging does not end up as waste, but rather becomes a material that can re-enter the production cycle.

Through a structured deposit system, ALVAboard packaging has the opportunity to be reprocessed and reused, thereby reducing the need for new raw materials while reducing waste volume.

Carbon Emission Reduction Target

In addition to reducing waste volume, this collaboration also contributes to reducing carbon emissions in the packaging sector.

"The collaboration between ALVAboard and Rekosistem is a concrete step in building a circular economy system in the packaging sector. Through integrated deposit and management, we want to ensure that materials do not stop as waste, but can be reused in the production cycle. This initiative is also part of our commitment to contribute to reducing environmental impacts, which we will continue to develop and measure as the program scales up in the future," said Alden Lukman, CEO of ALVAboard.

This statement confirms that waste management is not only related to environmental issues, but also becomes part of a data-based and measurable climate change mitigation strategy.

Integrated Management System

Through the collection network and material recovery facilities owned by Rekosistem, the ALVAboard packaging waste deposited will be recorded in the system and processed according to management standards. This technology-based approach supports that the material can be managed with more monitoring.

"We build this collaboration as a system, not just a program. Every package that is deposited is recorded, tracked, and processed in an integrated recycling management flow. Together with ALVAboard, we want to ensure that materials do not stop as waste, but return to the production cycle through a measurable and sustainable mechanism," said Ernest, Co-founder of Rekosistem.

This system also allows for more accurate reporting on the volume of waste managed and the potential for emission reductions, thereby strengthening the implementation of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.

Long-Term Commitment to Sustainability

For ALVAboard, this campaign is part of a long-term strategy in building a more responsible production and distribution system.

ALVAboard packaging products are designed for efficiency and durability, including packaging solutions that can be used repeatedly in industrial distribution systems. With the support of management from the Ecosystem, materials that have reached the end of their life can be processed and utilized in the economic cycle.

As a form of encouragement for participation, this program also provides incentives for customers. For the deposit of hard plastic, customers will receive Rp600 per kilogram. Especially for ALVAboard packaging material, the value received can reach Rp2,000 per kilogram, including an additional incentive of Rp1,400 per kilogram, as a form of the company's commitment in encouraging circular economic practices.

This scheme is expected to increase awareness that packaging has economic value and does not stop as waste.

Collaboration for a Wider Impact

This cooperation also opens opportunities for ALVAboard industry partners to actively participate in waste management, creating a more sustainable value chain from upstream to downstream.

Through this collaboration, ALVAboard and Rekosistem emphasize that packaging does not need to end up as a burden on the environment. With the right system and measurable incentives, packaging can be part of the solution to extend the life cycle of materials, reduce carbon emissions, and strengthen the circular economy in Indonesia.